This content is machine translated Pain syndrome From pathophysiology to therapy – a reminder When pain becomes a disease in its own right and no longer serves as a warning function of the body, it is referred to as chronic pain syndrome. Often, other…
View Post 3 min This content is machine translated Polyneuropathies Disorders of brain, spinal cord and nerve function Polyneuropathies are generalized diseases of the peripheral nervous system. With a prevalence of 5-8%, patients with chronic alcohol abuse, diabetes or malignant diseases are most affected. In addition to treatment…
View Post 4 min This content is machine translated Rare diseases Niemann-Pick disease Lysosomal storage diseases are a heterogeneous group of genetic disorders that originate from dysfunction of lysosomal metabolic processes. Niemann-Pick disease is nowadays also referred to as ASMD (“Acid Sphingomeyelinase Deficiency”).…
View Post 6 min This content is machine translated Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder Clarify and treat ADHD in practice The symptoms of ADHD vary depending on age and developmental stage. The psychostimulants available today to treat the disorder are characterized by high efficacy and are generally well tolerated. In…
View Post 7 min This content is machine translated Digitization Artificial intelligence supports diagnostics and therapy for Parkinson’s disease The treatment of people suffering from Parkinson’s disease can be significantly improved through the use of digital techniques. How exactly artificial intelligence can contribute to an individual therapy is currently…
View Post 6 min This content is machine translated Parkinson's disease and movement disorders Narcolepsy, biomarkers, and dystonia in light of new evidence. The International Parkinson and Movement Disorder Society (MDS) gathers thousands of clinicians, researchers, trainees and industry advocates with an interest in current research and approaches to the diagnosis and treatment…
View Post 3 min This content is machine translated Functions of the brain The dynamics of neural networks under the magnifying glass It is one of the most fascinating and at the same time most mysterious organs of our body – the brain. It processes sensory impressions, controls our body, stores information…
View Post 3 min This content is machine translated Vertigo Ginkgo biloba contributes to central vestibular compensation In central vestibular vertigo, errors occur in processing information to maintain balance and stabilize gaze due to lesions in the brainstem or cerebellum. The treatment includes, among others, physiotherapeutic and…
View Post 3 min This content is machine translated Autism Spectrum Disorder A profound developmental disorder with individual therapy needs A reduced interest in social contact as well as a reduced understanding of social situations are the core symptoms of an autism spectrum disorder. This complex and multifaceted neurodevelopmental disorder…
View Post 6 min This content is machine translated Alzheimer From basic research to dementia care The Alzheimer’s Association International Conference is the world’s largest meeting dedicated to advancing dementia research. Each year, researchers, clinicians and dementia experts come together to share groundbreaking research that will…
View Post 4 min This content is machine translated Chronic insomnia Careful clarification and differentiated therapy The diagnosis of chronic insomnia-one of the most common disorders in sleep medicine-is made clinically and requires a careful review of the medical and sleep history. When selecting a treatment…
